AGP Executive Report

UESARIO Leadership Meeting: Polisario President Brahim Ghali received the newly elected UESARIO leadership, urging students to plug into Sahrawi state institutions, including the military, through discipline and active political work. Orange Billboard Dispute: In Spain, Polisario’s representative in Spain, Abdulah Arabi, denounced Orange for an AP-7 billboard that maps Western Sahara as Moroccan territory, calling it an “evident violation of international law” and citing EU court rulings. UN Self-Determination Push: European and Australian rights groups renewed calls to press the UN to enforce international law in Western Sahara and enable a self-determination referendum under UN auspices. Ceuta Crisis Fallout: Spain’s interior ministry admitted Ceuta-based intelligence failed to warn about the July 30 migrant surge; meanwhile, a hacker leak claims Morocco deployed agents and planned pressure tied to Ceuta. EU/Spain-Morocco Politics: Brussels rejected a push for an EU probe into alleged Sahara drone attacks, reiterating “negotiations” and UN-led talks. International Solidarity: A World Summit of Indigenous Peoples reaffirmed support for the Sahrawi cause, while Colombian lawmakers condemned recognition of Morocco’s occupation of Western Sahara.

Ceuta crisis & border security: A hacker group says it leaked data on about 70,000 Moroccan security personnel, alleging planning around the July 30 Ceuta mass entry and naming senior intelligence figures—fueling fresh pressure on Spain and Rabat as the dispute stays tied to migration and sovereignty. EU–Morocco migration deal: Brussels is preparing to expand funding for Morocco’s border control and migration management after the Ceuta crisis, with officials linking the push to a broader partnership package—while Rabat denies any role in encouraging crossings. Western Sahara diplomacy in focus: The EU rejected calls for an independent Sahara probe, reiterating support for UN-led negotiations and backing UN Security Council Resolution 2797, as Morocco continues to promote its autonomy framing. Occupied Sahrawi rights: Sahrawi activists and students in Algeria warn of an escalation in repression in occupied Western Sahara, while ATUO and Algerian solidarity groups reaffirm support for self-determination. International solidarity: A Sahrawi delegation took part in an Indigenous Peoples summit in Mexico, with organizers reaffirming solidarity with the Sahrawi people and their right to self-determination. Latin America shift: Colombia’s lawmakers and government moves are highlighted as part of a wider regional realignment away from the Polisario and toward Morocco’s sovereignty position. Spain–Morocco ties: New trade figures show Spain–Morocco commerce at about €22.757bn in 2025, underscoring how economic links run alongside the political fight over the Sahara.

Ceuta Crisis & Spain-Morocco Tensions: A Spanish enclave dispute is back in the spotlight after reports of a Moroccan “tactical plan” circulating online to seize Ceuta in hours, fueling fresh sovereignty and security arguments ahead of Morocco’s Sept. 23 legislative vote. EU Border Deal: Brussels is preparing to expand EU funding for Morocco’s border control and migration management after the late-July Ceuta crossings, while officials say the Western Sahara dispute still hangs over the final text. Disinformation Watch: Spanish fact-checkers and international investigators describe a coordinated misinformation push around the Ceuta crossings, including recycled footage and AI-made images amplified through networks linked to Moscow. Western Sahara Rights & UN Scrutiny: Sahrawi activists in Algeria warn of escalating repression in occupied Western Sahara, while UN bodies again condemn Morocco over ill-treatment of a Sahrawi human rights defender. International Solidarity: A Sahrawi delegation took part in an Indigenous Peoples summit in Mexico reaffirming solidarity and self-determination, and Colombia’s lawmakers reject Bogota’s recognition of Morocco’s occupation. Regional Diplomacy: Morocco marks Youth Day with messages from major partners, including US and France, as Rabat continues to frame autonomy as the path for a UN-led settlement.

EU-Morocco Border Deal: Brussels is set to finalize a strategic partnership with Rabat by year-end, with Ceuta’s late-July crisis pushing the EU to expand funding for border control and migration management—while the Western Sahara dispute still hangs unresolved. Ceuta Disinformation & Security Leverage: Coverage links Europe’s reliance on Morocco for migration and security to political risk, and details how Ceuta crossings were amplified by coordinated misinformation networks. Western Sahara Diplomacy in Focus: The EU rejected calls for an independent Sahara probe, reaffirming support for the UN-led process and Resolution 2797. Sahrawi Solidarity & Rights: In Algeria, Sahrawi activists and trade unions renewed support for self-determination amid warnings of escalating violations in occupied Western Sahara; a Summer University in Boumerdes wrapped up with renewed training and solidarity messages. Latin America Shifts: Colombia’s lawmakers condemned recognition of Moroccan occupation, while broader regional realignment in Latin America continues to distance some states from the Polisario line. Spain-Morocco Trade: New data puts 2025 bilateral trade at about €22.757bn, underscoring how economic ties persist alongside political tensions.

Western Sahara Development & Dispute: A BBC report spotlights Dakhla’s “hidden gem” tourism push while reminding readers it sits inside one of the world’s longest territorial disputes, with UN classification as a non-self-governing territory and Morocco administering most of the area. Infrastructure Push: Morocco’s “level it up” drive is framed as a major bet on desalination, highways and the Dakhla Atlantic Port, with future cargo volumes touted as a “tomorrow’s Dubai” vision. Sahrawi Humanitarian Return: Sahrawi children in the “Vacaciones en Paz” programme returned from Italy to the refugee camps, welcomed by Polisario Front and solidarity groups. Polisario Initiative Question: A commentary argues the Polisario is losing political initiative amid generational change, with activity in Spain portrayed as increasingly limited to humanitarian work. EU Stance on Sahara Probe: Brussels rejects a push for an independent EU investigation into alleged drone attacks, reiterating support for UN-led negotiations and a “just, lasting” political solution. EU-Morocco Migration Deal: Euronews reports EU funding for Morocco’s border control could rise after the Ceuta crisis, even as the Western Sahara dispute remains unresolved. International Solidarity: A World Summit of Indigenous Peoples in Mexico reaffirmed solidarity with the Sahrawi people and self-determination, while Algeria hosted Sahrawi delegations at a “culture of resistance” forum and the Polisario’s Summer University. Colombia Turns Against SADR: Over 40 Colombian lawmakers condemned President de la Espriella’s recognition of Morocco’s occupation, calling it complicity in denying self-determination.

EU-Morocco Talks: Brussels is set to finalize a strategic partnership with Rabat by year-end, with Ceuta’s late-July migrant crisis pushing extra EU money toward border control and migration management. Ceuta Disinformation: Spanish and international fact-checkers say the Ceuta crossings were met with a coordinated wave of false claims and decontextualized footage, including material amplified through networks linked to Moscow. Sahrawi Rights Under Pressure: UN experts say Morocco violated the Convention against Torture in the case of Sahrawi defender Abdelmoula El Hafidi, citing degrading detention conditions and calling for redress. Summer University Diplomacy: In Boumerdes, the Polisario Front and Sahrawi institutions wrapped up their 14th Summer University, stressing self-determination, training for executives, and the role of Sahrawi media and legal arguments at the UN. Latin America Shift: Colombia’s lawmakers and regional reporting highlight growing distancing from the Polisario line, with more countries moving closer to Morocco’s Sahara position.

Indigenous Solidarity: The Third World Summit of Indigenous Peoples in Morelos, Mexico, reaffirmed solidarity with the Sahrawi people and their right to self-determination, with Sahrawi representatives highlighting UN-backed legal grounds. Colombia–Western Sahara: More than 40 Colombian lawmakers condemned President Abelardo de la Espriella’s decision to recognize Morocco’s occupation of Western Sahara, calling it complicity in denying self-determination. Human Rights in Occupied Western Sahara: Sahrawi activists and students in Boumerdes warned of a “major escalation” in repression, while the UN Committee against Torture found Morocco violated the Convention against Torture in the case of Sahrawi defender Abdelmoula El Hafidi, citing degrading detention conditions. EU–Morocco Migration Deal: After the Ceuta crisis, EU officials say Brussels is preparing to boost funding for Morocco’s border control and migration management, with the Western Sahara dispute still unresolved. Sahrawi Cause in Algeria: The 14th Summer University for Polisario Front and Sahrawi State executives concluded in Boumerdes, focusing on self-determination, media, legal battles over resources, and capacity-building. Ceuta Disinformation Fallout: Spanish and international reporting says the Ceuta migrant surge was accompanied by coordinated disinformation campaigns targeting Morocco and investigations.

Ceuta Migration Fallout: Spain’s Ceuta enclave is bracing for another surge after the late-July crossings, with residents telling media the government isn’t doing enough and warning of public-safety and health strain. EU-Morocco Deal Pressure: In parallel, EU officials say Brussels is set to expand funding for Morocco’s border control and migration management as part of a long-delayed strategic partnership, with the Ceuta crisis shaping the final terms. Western Sahara Rights Under Scrutiny: UN experts again condemn Morocco over alleged ill-treatment of Sahrawi human rights defender Abdelmoula El Hafidi, while Sahrawi activists in Algeria warn of escalating repression in occupied Western Sahara. Algeria Solidarity & Training: The 14th Summer University for Polisario Front and Sahrawi state executives in Boumerdes wrapped up, highlighting self-determination training and solidarity, alongside calls to keep the Sahrawi cause firmly within UN-led decolonization frameworks. Diplomatic Messaging: A Sahrawi delegation also took part in Algeria’s Culture of Resistance forum in Bejaia, linking historical memory to resistance.

Sahrawi diplomacy & culture: A Sahrawi delegation led by Ambassador Khatri Addouh joined Algeria’s International Forum on the Culture of Resistance in Bejaia, linking Sahrawi historical memory to today’s struggle, alongside the 14th Summer University activities. Human rights pressure: UN experts again condemned Morocco over Sahrawi defender Abdelmoula El Hafidi, citing degrading detention conditions in Aït Melloul Prison, while Sahrawi activists in Boumerdes warned of escalating repression in occupied Western Sahara. Solidarity training in Algeria: The 14th Summer University for Polisario Front and Sahrawi State executives wrapped up in Boumerdes, with Algerian solidarity leaders stressing capacity-building and renewed backing for self-determination. EU–Morocco migration deal: After the Ceuta crisis, Euronews reports the EU is preparing to expand funding for Morocco’s border control and migration management, even as Western Sahara remains unresolved. Ceuta fallout in Spain: Spanish reporting says residents fear another migrant surge and blame Madrid for not doing enough, as the July crossings fuel renewed anti-Moroccan rhetoric. Western Sahara at the UN: A Polisario representative reiterated that the Sahrawi cause is governed by the UN Charter and resolutions on decolonization and self-determination.

Ceuta Crisis and EU-Morocco Deal: EU officials say Brussels is set to finalize by year-end a strategic partnership with Morocco that would expand border-control and migration-management funding after the late-July Ceuta crossings and reported deaths, while Rabat denies any role in encouraging the rush. Sahrawi Rights and UN Scrutiny: Sahrawi human rights activists and students in Boumerdes denounced an “escalation” of repression in occupied Western Sahara, as the UN Committee against Torture again condemned Morocco over degrading detention conditions for Sahrawi defender Abdelmoula El Hafidi. Summer University Diplomacy: The 14th Summer University for Polisario Front and Sahrawi state executives concluded in Boumerdes, with Algerian solidarity groups stressing capacity-building and self-determination, and speakers highlighting Sahrawi media, natural resources, and the legal framing of the cause at the UN. Resource Exploitation Watch: AREN condemned renewed and expanded fishing activity in Western Sahara waters without Sahrawi consent, warning against foreign commercial exploitation of a non-self-governing territory’s resources. Morocco’s External Push: A Moroccan parliamentary speaker visited Finland to deepen cooperation, including on migration and Western Sahara resolution via Morocco’s autonomy proposal. Climate Pressure in the Sahara: Coverage highlights severe heatwaves affecting Laayoune and Dakhla, underscoring mounting climate emergencies across North Africa.

Migration & EU-Morocco Deal: After the late-July Ceuta crisis, EU officials say Brussels is set to finalize a strategic partnership with Morocco by year-end, with a bigger focus on border control and migration management—while Rabat denies any role in encouraging crossings. Ceuta Politics & Public Pressure: Spanish reporting highlights residents in Ceuta saying the government is not doing enough to prevent another surge, amid fears over crime and strain on services. Human Rights in Occupied Western Sahara: Sahrawi activists warn of an escalation of repression in Morocco-controlled areas, while the UN Committee against Torture again condemns Morocco over degrading detention conditions for Sahrawi defender Abdelmoula El Hafidi. Self-Determination & Solidarity: At the 14th Summer University in Boumerdes, Polisario and Sahrawi officials framed training as capacity-building for the national cause; ATUO reiterated support for self-determination, and UN-focused speakers stressed the issue is governed by UN decolonization rules. Resource Rights: AREN denounces renewed and expanded foreign fishing activity in Western Sahara waters without Sahrawi consent, and warns against exploitation of fishery resources.

Sahrawi Rights & UN Scrutiny: The UN Committee against Torture says Morocco violated the Convention against Torture in the case of Sahrawi human rights defender Abdelmoula El Hafidi, citing degrading detention conditions and calling for redress. Sahrawi Cause at UN Level: Polisario’s UN representative reiterated that the Western Sahara issue is governed by the UN Charter and decolonization resolutions, stressing self-determination and independence. Media & Resource Politics: At Polisario’s Summer University in Boumerdes, officials highlighted Sahrawi media’s role in countering occupation propaganda and renewed focus on legal battles over Sahrawi natural resources. Fishing & Natural Resources: AREN condemned renewed/expanded foreign fishing in Western Sahara waters without Sahrawi consent, warning that exploitation violates self-determination and permanent sovereignty. Ceuta Fallout for Spain–Morocco: Spain’s Ceuta crisis continues to fuel political tension and anti-Moroccan rhetoric, while reports claim residents fear another surge and question Madrid’s preparedness. Ceuta Crossings & Coordination Claims: A Spanish account of Ceuta crossings is challenged by a Moroccan analysis, which argues that a “mysterious Algerian number” points to coordination rather than proof of state involvement. Migration Law Trigger: Commentary links the July Ceuta rush to misinformation amplified by a distorted reading of Spain’s Supreme Court ruling on returns at sea. Regional Diplomacy & Ports: The U.S. embassy says it is impressed by the Dakhla Atlantic Port and points to U.S.-backed green hydrogen/ammonia plans in Morocco’s Sahara.

UN Human Rights: The UN Committee against Torture says Morocco violated the Convention against Torture in the case of Sahrawi defender Abdelmoula El Hafidi, citing degrading detention conditions in Aït Melloul Prison and ordering redress. Sahrawi Diplomacy & Law: A Polisario representative in Spain argues Western Sahara must not be used to excuse Spain–Morocco diplomatic crises, stressing Ceuta/Melilla’s political and legal specificity and the Sahrawi people’s sovereignty over land and resources. Sahrawi Media & Solidarity: At Polisario’s Summer University in Boumerdes, officials highlighted Sahrawi media’s role in countering propaganda and reaffirmed the cause as a UN-governed decolonization issue tied to self-determination. Fishing Rights: AREN condemns renewed/expanded foreign fishing in Western Sahara waters without Sahrawi consent, pointing to Russian vessels docking at Dakhla. Ceuta Migration Fallout: Spain’s Ceuta crisis continues to fuel anti-Moroccan rhetoric and debate over border governance, misinformation, and responsibility, while Morocco reports arrests and blocks a planned second rush.

UN Human Rights: The UN Committee against Torture says Morocco violated the Convention against Torture in the case of Sahrawi human rights defender Abdelmoula El Hafidi, citing degrading detention conditions at Aït Melloul Prison and urging redress. Sahrawi Diplomacy: A Polisario representative at the UN reiterates that the Sahrawi cause is a decolonization issue governed by the UN Charter and relevant resolutions, including the right to self-determination. Summer University (Boumerdes): The Polisario Front’s Summer University for Executives wrapped up with lectures on Sahrawi natural resources, media strategy, and testimonies about detention, with SPS highlighting SPS as a credible media voice against Moroccan propaganda. Natural Resources & Fishery: AREN denounces renewed and expanded fishing in Western Sahara waters without Sahrawi consent, warning that exploitation violates the territory’s non-self-governing status and Sahrawi permanent sovereignty. Ceuta Migration Spillover: Reports say residents in Spain’s Ceuta fear another migrant surge, while Morocco and Spain trade blame amid renewed border crackdowns and lingering public safety concerns. Regional Infrastructure: A US Embassy team says it is impressed by the Dakhla Atlantic Port as Washington expands economic engagement in the Moroccan Sahara, including green ammonia and hydrogen feasibility work in Laayoune.

UN Rights Watch: The UN Committee against Torture says Morocco violated the Convention against Torture in the case of Sahrawi human rights defender Abdelmoula El Hafidi, citing degrading detention conditions and urging redress. Sahrawi Cause at the UN: Polisario’s UN representative reiterated that Western Sahara is a decolonization issue under the UN Charter and resolutions, linking the fight to self-determination and independence. Summer University Diplomacy: Polisario and Sahrawi officials used the Summer University in Algeria to stress state-building after liberation, the role of civil society, and the need to counter psychological warfare and disinformation. Resource Rights: AREN denounced renewed and expanded fishing in Western Sahara waters without Sahrawi consent, warning that foreign exploitation ignores the territory’s non-self-governing status. MINURSO Leadership: UN appoints Major General Jawwad Ahmed as MINURSO Force Commander, a key personnel move for the mission. Ceuta Migration Fallout: Spain and Morocco remain locked in a migration and sovereignty dispute after the late-July Ceuta surge and a later August 15 attempt blocked by Moroccan security. Ceuta Public Pressure: Residents in Ceuta tell Spanish media that the government is not doing enough to prevent another migrant rush, citing fear and strain on services. US-Morocco Economic Push: A US Embassy team visited Dakhla Atlantic Port, while Washington backs green hydrogen/ammonia plans in Morocco’s Sahara-linked projects. Ceuta Border Security: Morocco detained hundreds near Castillejos during another social-media-driven attempt, contrasting with the earlier chaos.

Ceuta Border Crisis, Lessons in Law and Misinformation: Spain’s North African enclave of Ceuta saw a new wave of attempted mass crossings after false social media claims about an “open border,” triggering renewed security crackdowns by Morocco and Spain—hundreds detained near Castillejos and hundreds of officers deployed on both sides, as the July 30 disaster still leaves thousands in limbo. Western Sahara Resources Under Scrutiny: AREN says fishing activity in Western Sahara waters has resumed and expanded without Sahrawi consent, pointing to Russian vessels docking at Dakhla and warning that exploitation violates the territory’s status as a Non-Self-Governing Territory. U.S.-Morocco Economic Push Reaches Dakhla/Laayoune: A U.S. Embassy delegation visited the Dakhla Atlantic Port, while Washington backs green hydrogen and ammonia plans tied to Laayoune, including a feasibility study supported by U.S. funding. Polisario Summer University Focuses on State-Building and Media Warfare: In Boumerdes, Polisario and Sahrawi officials discussed transitioning from liberation to building institutions, and how to counter psychological warfare and rumor campaigns targeting Sahrawis. Civil Society Solidarity Continues: UGTSARIO highlights civil society and volunteer work as key to sustaining solidarity with the Sahrawi cause, while a Franco-Algerian solidarity event in Gironde reaffirmed support for Sahrawi children hosted in France.